Early Childhood Aide Instructor

Developmental Disabilities Institute•Ronkonkoma, NY

5d•$17 - $20

About The Position

EARLY CHILDHOOD AIDE INSTRUCTOR Part Time, Hourly $17.00-$19.98/hr Various shifts available Monday - Friday between 8:00am-3:30pm Make a Real Difference Every Day : Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose? Do you want to make a difference in a young child’s life? Join the DDI, Early Childhood Services team where best practices are utilized to provide superior education and therapeutic services for children who present with developmental delays. About DDI: For nearly 65 years, DDI (Developmental Disabilities Institute) has been a leading agency providing a full spectrum of care for over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. We are driven by a dedicated team and a deep belief in the potential of every individual. The Role: As an Early Childhood Aide Instructor, also known as Teacher Assistant, you will work closely alongside Special Education Teachers as part of the interdisciplinary team, providing support to children with developmental disabilities on a variety of age-appropriate educational goals. You are offered on-going trainings and support provided by experts in the field of education. Our classrooms are enriched with “State of the Art" materials to meet the needs of our students with outdoor learning areas. School programs are 12-month calendar with 9 weeks of vacation. We offer the opportunity to work in a self-contained setting utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Requirements

Must be able to modify the area to secure the safety of children
Ability to move/transport a child weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of 3 feet to place child on changing table
Must be able to move quickly after a child up to 200 feet to prevent elopement
Must be able to position self or maneuver classroom to facilitate student instruction in classroom and playground environment
Must have ability to follow oral and written directions and detect/respond to fire alarms
Must be able to ascend and descend stairs with railing
High School Diploma required
Minimum 6 college credits
Must possess NYS Level I Teaching Assistant certification within 6 months from entering this position
Failure to meet certification requirements within 6 months will render the employee unqualified for the position and subject to Policy 4.180 (Employee Handbook - Employees Whose Credentials No Longer Meet the Qualifications for Their Current Position).

Responsibilities

Set up and maintain classroom materials and supplies
Assist with bussing at arrival and dismissal
Follow lead of classroom teacher
Implement outlined behavior treatment plans
Supervise children during classroom activities
Demonstrate knowledge of outlined curriculum and IFSP/IEP goals
Assist children in all daily living activities
Work collaboratively with classroom staff and team members
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within DDI.
And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

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